Privacy Policy

Welcome to Readest

At Readest, your privacy is our priority. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our website, app, or services. By accessing or using Readest, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

Information We Collect

We collect only the data necessary to deliver and improve your experience with our app and services. The types of information we may collect include:

• Usage Data: Details about how you interact with Readest, such as pages visited, time spent reading, search queries, and feature usage. This data is anonymized whenever possible.
• Local Data: Your ebooks, notes, highlights, and bookmarks are stored locally on your device. This information remains private and is never uploaded to our servers without your explicit action (e.g., if you use optional syncing features).
• Feedback and Support: When you contact us for support or provide feedback, we may collect your name, email address, and the details of your inquiry to respond effectively.

How We Use Your Information

The information we collect is used solely for the purposes outlined below:

• Enhancing Your Experience: To deliver personalized recommendations, semantic search results, and accurate reading stats.
• Improving the Product: To identify usage trends, troubleshoot bugs, and optimize app performance.
• Communication: To respond to your feedback, send support updates, and inform you about new features or policy changes.

How Your Data Stays Private

Readest is a local-first app, meaning your data remains on your device by default. We do not store, share, or sell your data to third parties. Optional syncing services, such as WebDAV for cloud storage, are entirely under your control, and Readest never accesses or processes this data without your explicit consent.

Your Privacy Rights

We empower you to take control of your data:

• Access and Portability: All your local data (books, notes, highlights, etc.) can be accessed and exported directly from your device at any time.
• Deletion: You can delete your data by clearing app storage or uninstalling the app. Synced data can be managed directly through your WebDAV or cloud provider.
• Opt-Out: You can opt out of usage analytics and telemetry through the app’s settings.

Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, including encryption for sensitive data and secure app code practices. However, no method of transmission or electronic storage is 100% secure. We encourage you to protect your device with strong passwords and use trusted storage providers.

Third-Party Integrations

Readest may integrate with third-party services, such as dictionary lookups or cloud storage providers (e.g., WebDAV). We ensure these integrations respect your privacy, and we do not share your data with them beyond what is necessary for the requested functionality.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or services. Any updates will be posted on this page, and we encourage you to review it periodically. Major updates will be communicated via in-app notifications.

Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or feedback about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, feel free to reach out to us at: [email protected].